Legal Assistant — Indigenous Rights Litigation Support

Olthuis Kleer Townshend LLP (OKT Law); Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Olthuis Kleer Townshend LLP (OKT) in Toronto seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to provide high-level legal and admin support to three associates. You will manage complex litigation files, calendars, and documentation while delivering exceptional client service in Aboriginal and Treaty Rights litigation and Indigenous governance matters.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm.
• Experience supporting litigation files, including preparation of court documents and managing deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage competing priorities for multiple lawyers.
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Litigation Support: prepare, revise, and format legal documents; manage deadlines; prepare hearing materials; liaise with courts and counsel; conduct conflict checks; maintain files.
• Practice & Administrative Support: manage complex calendars; coordinate meetings and travel; draft and proofread correspondence; monitor communications; assist with billing and time entry.
• File & Project Coordination: coordinate active litigation and negotiations; track deadlines; organize large documentation; manage precedents and document systems; assist with research.
• Firm Responsibilities: stay current on filing procedures; provide backup support; contribute to an inclusive culture; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation support

Calendar management

Document drafting

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Law Clerk diploma or paralegal

Tools

iManage

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Olthuis Kleer Townshend LLP (OKT) in Toronto seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to provide high-level legal and admin support to three associates. You will manage complex litigation files, calendars, and documentation while delivering exceptional client service in Aboriginal and Treaty Rights litigation and Indigenous governance matters.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment.